Elope in Austin — Since 2012
Meet The Team
Meet Dr. Lorelei Starbuck and Rev. Ed Sarnella - and the great team at Elope in Austin
Elope in Austin is proud to be the oldest and most trusted local wedding company in Austin, Texas.
Our Founders
Dr. Lorelei Starbuck &
Rev. Ed Sarnella
Dr. Lorelei and Rev. Ed have shared 50 wonderful years of marriage, raising two sons and cherishing 6 grandkids and one great grandchild. Together they have officiated over 4,000 weddings across Colorado, Nevada, Texas and California.
In 2012, they founded Elope in Austin, where their team has joyfully joined over 1,200 couples who are happy customers. For over a decade, we've helped thousands of couples celebrate their love with affordable elopements and intimate micro weddings.
Whether it's an intimate elopement or a multi-faith celebration, Lorelei and Ed bring warmth, experience, and a deep love for their work to every ceremony they perform.
"All You Do is Say I Do and We Do All The Rest!"
Rev. Lorelei's Specialty
Love Story Ceremonies That
Weave Your Unique Journey
Dr. Lorelei holds a PhD in Philosophy with a minor in Comparative Religion and is known for her signature Love Story ceremonies, beautifully designed to reflect the unique journey of each couple. She is highly experienced in officiating mixed-faith weddings and thoughtfully incorporates meaningful rituals from diverse spiritual and cultural traditions, creating ceremonies that are both personal and inclusive.
In addition, Dr. Lorelei is an accomplished keynote speaker, cancer survivor, and trusted premarital and marriage counselor, bringing wisdom, compassion, and deep insight to every couple she works with.
The People Behind Your Perfect Day
Our Management Team
Rev. Ed
Owner / Officiant
Jessica
Business Manager / Planning
Sherie
Lead Photographer
Dr. Rev. Lorelei
Owner / Officiant
Elope in Austin is proud to be the oldest and most trusted local wedding company in Austin, Texas.
For over a decade, we've helped thousands of couples celebrate their love with affordable elopements and intimate micro weddings.
Start your elopement journey here!
Ready to Say I Do?
Call or text Rev. Lorelei and the team. We'll handle every detail — all you do is show up and say I do.
Call or Text – 512-626-4674All You Do is Say I Do and We Do All The Rest!